Cross-listed as POLI 338.
This class is a GEP and covers SS.
Alt text is available here!
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December 3rd is the UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities, honoring the United Nation's commitment for promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities - more than 1 billion people worldwide are in this demographic, the world's largest minority. The day raises awareness of the political, economic, social and cultural aspects of disability that affects people around the world.
The theme for 2022 is transformative solutions for inclusive development: the role of innovation in fueling an accessible and equitable world. The theme reflects recent consideration of the impacts of COVID-19, climate change, and the invasion Ukraine. More information about the UN Virtual New York Commemoration event, including registration is linked here.
Hello! My name is Natalia Alfaro and I am a Senior Public Health major here at UMBC. I am also a Career Peer at the UMBC Career Center. Did you ever wonder what we Career Peers do? I would love to tell you!
As a Career Peer, I am a source of advice for career resources guidance and a conversational guide for those with no experience with resume writing. One of my main responsibilities is to provide feedback to students on their resumes and cover letters during our daily drop-in hours. I advise students on professional document formatting, efficiently communicating their accomplishments, and understanding the technical aspects of resume and cover letter writing.
I also present Career Center workshops. This means collaborating with various student organizations and classes to provide students the opportunity to learn about the resources provided by the Career Center and details about the job search process. Workshop topics can range from learning how to pick a major to job search tips to learning how to navigate networking platforms like Retrievers Connect and Linkedin, and more.
Being a Career Peer is a very enriching experience. I have learned a great deal about professional resume writing and career development via interacting with students and direct training from the Career Center staff. I have also been able to learn how to better my own career goals by using the various resources available from the Career Center and attending networking events. Before becoming a Career Peer, I would not necessarily have accessed as many Career Center resources; however, this opportunity has empowered me to feel confident in my abilities and has given me skills to network and begin my path to achieve my career goals.
I highly encourage students to go to the UMBCCareer Center website to learn more about resources on major tools, networking and more! For help or if you have any curiosity in seeking resume review support there are a few options:
Express Drop-in services hours are anytime Monday-Friday from 2:00pm to 4:00pm (last student seen at 3:45pm) in the Career Center, Math/Psychology building, 201.
Schedule a Virtual Express Resume Review. These are held from 5:00pm to 7:00pm on Tuesdays. Schedule inHandshake or via theCareer Center website
Schedule a resume review with the Internship & Employment or Career Specialist teams.
Check out our Upcoming Events!
NSA IN PERSON Information Session: Stop By and Learn About Current Opportunities!
Tuesday, December 6, 2022 - 5 - 6 PM in The Commons : 331
ChAMP Career Corner: Stop By and Learn About Current Opportunities!
Wednesday, December 7, 2022 - 10 AM - 2 PM in The Commons : Across from the Bookstore
Hello fellow i3b community members!
We hope that you are all having a great start to your December. You are receiving this email because you have participated in Initiatives for Identity, Inclusion & Belonging (i3b) programming this semester or you have visited The Gathering Space for Spiritual Well-Being, The Mosaic: Center for Cultural Diversity, or The Pride Center. As a member of the i3b community, we would appreciate your honest feedback!
The first 100 participants to complete this 10-minute survey will receive their choice of an i3b or UMBC swag bag or t-shirt. To respect your privacy, please note that you will need to complete the Google Form at the conclusion of the Climate Survey to claim your giveaway(s). Your responses will not impact your chances of receiving a prize. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at i3b@umbc.edu. Thank you for taking the time to complete our survey!
Follow the link below to the Survey:
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Find us in ITE 456 on Wednesday 12/14!
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